The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is organising a nationwide ‘Tiranga Yatra’ from May 13 to 23 to celebrate the success of Operation Sindoor and its significance for India’s security and sovereignty. Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde participated in the rally held in Thane. Speaking at the event, Shinde said, “Pakistani terrorists wiped off the sindoor of our sisters in Pahalgam. They were given a befitting reply through Operation Sindoor. The operation has been successful. Prime Minister Modi had clearly stated, ‘Wahan se goli chalegi, yahan se gola chalega’. I express my heartfelt gratitude to the three armed forces of the country and to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The PM stood firmly behind our jawans and echoed the sentiments of every Indian. We have never had such a resolute and committed Prime Minister before.”
14 May,2025 07:45 PM ISTPrime Minister Narendra Modi convened a high-level security meeting at his New Delhi residence amid rising tensions with Pakistan. Key attendees included Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, the three service chiefs, NSA Ajit Doval, and CDS General Anil Chauhan. The meeting was a follow-up on Operation Sindoor, launched by the Indian Armed Forces on May 7.
11 May,2025 02:47 PM ISTOn May 7, Amritsar conducted a citywide blackout drill as part of a civil defence preparedness exercise. According to ASI Jagtar Singh, the half-hour blackout from 10:30 PM to 11 PM was carried out to simulate wartime conditions, ensuring no lights were visible to prevent enemy detection. The drill was in line with directives aiming at enhancing urban readiness during a high-threat scenario.
08 May,2025 05:31 PM ISTSri Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple) in Amritsar witnessed a brief blackout during a nationwide mock drill conducted under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) directive and Amritsar’s Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport is closed until further notice. The exercise aimed to test emergency readiness and security coordination at key public locations. Shimla, the capital of Himachal Pradesh, also participated, activating sirens to signal a blackout drill. These drills are part of heightened preparedness amid rising national security concerns.
08 May,2025 05:27 PM ISTIn a historic diplomatic move, India rolled out the red carpet for President Joao Lourenço of Angola. Lourenço began his state visit to India with a ceremonial welcome at Rashtrapati Bhavan, attended by President Droupadi Murmu and PM Modi. President of Angola, Joao Manuel Goncalves Lourenco said "This State visit is taking place after 38 years. We see this visit as an important one for Angola, in order to strengthen the bonds of friendship and cooperation between the two countries. We are very thankful for the friendly and hospitable manner in which we were received yesterday by the people of India."
03 May,2025 01:11 PM ISTIndia is mourning the loss of 26 tourists killed in a terror attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir. In its aftermath, strong calls emerged to ban the release of Abir Gulaal, marking Pakistani actor Fawad Khan’s Bollywood comeback after nine years. Industry bodies like IFTDA and FWICE have opposed the film's release, vowing action against those working with Pakistani artists. Both Fawad and co-star Vaani Kapoor shared emotional tributes online, with Fawad later disabling comments amid heavy backlash.
25 April,2025 05:55 PM ISTAs IPL 2025 kicked off today with a match between KKR and RCB in Eden Gardens, Kolkata, fans gathered in large numbers electrifying the atmosphere outside the stadium. Fans of both teams engaged in friendly banter, exchanging playful jabs and passionate chants, setting the perfect tone for an intense season opener. From face-painted superfans to enthusiastic chants the IPL spirit is alive and kicking.
22 March,2025 09:21 PM ISTA massive fire broke out early this morning at the furniture shops in Azad Chowk, located in Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar, Maharashtra. The blaze erupted around 5:00 AM in the Central Naka area, which is known for selling furniture and vehicle spare parts. Several shops were gutted by the flames. Fire tenders rushed to the spot and worked tirelessly to bring the fire under control. Tankers of water were brought in to assist with the firefighting efforts as a large crowd gathered outside the burning shops. Footage from the scene showed the charred remains of the affected shops. The exact cause of the fire is still under investigation. Inspector Dilip provided a brief update on the situation, confirming that the fire has been brought under control, but the cause remains unclear. The Central Naka area has suffered significant damage, but thankfully, no casualties have been reported so far.
20 March,2025 11:21 AM ISTNew Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon arrived in Delhi on Sunday for an official visit, where he was welcomed at the airport by Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying, SP Singh Baghel. On March 17, Luxon paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat, honoring the leader’s enduring legacy. During his visit, the Prime Minister is also set to participate in the prestigious Raisina Dialogue, where he will serve as the chief guest and keynote speaker. The dialogue, which focuses on global and regional issues, will take place in New Delhi from March 17 to 19. Luxon's visit underscores the strengthening of diplomatic ties between New Zealand and India, with discussions expected to center around trade, regional security, and international cooperation.
17 March,2025 03:24 PM ISTDelhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta suspends 5 AAP MLAs from the Legislative Assembly for the whole day. 11 AAP MLAs, including LoP Atishi, have been suspended by Speaker Vijender Gupta.
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